Learning and Development Manager - EV | Automotive

Job Requisition ID: 166964 

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United A”rab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate. 

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.

Overview of the role

To manage the EV Centre of Excellence and product launch related activities throughout the automotive network. To be the focal point of contact & support for providing support for any EV or new product related activities. To set the Al-Futtaim EV standards aligned to IMI international standard levels 1 – 4. To drive New Model Launch (NML) activities across the network, working closely with Brand Principals to Identify, facilitate and manage people development solutions for the Al-Futtaim Automotive division business units. To manage Budget for EV learning & development and New Model Launch activities within Automotive division.

What you will do

• Lead any activity related to EV Vehicles, Facilities and Charging infrastructure, accountable for EV certification standards across the group and records for inspection and audit, including any support & training for government clients.
• Work closely with the brand principals and distributors to arrange engaging product launch activities and events, working with the L&D Consultants to deliver unforgettable experience for delegates.
• Working with procurement to identify, select and manage external training and accreditation bodies, agencies, and training providers necessary to deliver required training, to appropriate EV or Brand standards.
• Lead recruitment drives, on-boarding and on the job development activities, in connection with EV specialist associates.
• Plan, co-ordinate and monitor distribution of new model launch training activities to ensure Brand and distributor compliance, with the execution of structured action plans.
• Coordinate with the various vehicle launch committees to set a calendar of events, identifying the resources required for successful delivery.
• Cascade vehicle launch information & activities to all other departments and identify who will need to attend and the relevant support required (Parts, Service or Technical etc.) 
• Ensure Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) management system requirements and SOPs are implemented in each area of responsibility.

Required Skills to be successful

1. Experience of management development and soft skills training, designing and delivering a variety of training solutions
2. Organised, a self-starter, strong communicator, both in writing and spoken communications
3. Experience of partnering with third parties and managing senior management expectations and concerns
4. Budget management and people management experience
5. Articulate and confident standing up and delivering to large audiences

What equips you for the role

• High level of proficiency in both written and spoken English (additional languages advantageous).
• Relevant certificates or degree in Business Administration / Learning & Development or equivalent.
• Adult learning or training and assessment certificate or equivalent.
• IMI EV Certification or equivalent – Advantage / Priority.
• Valid UAE driving Licence.

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